Jason Sudeikis Reveals His Top Five All-Time Favorite Songs
Jason Sudeikis opened up about the five songs that have brought him the most joy, sharing a diverse selection of tracks that have shaped his musical tastes over the years.
Fans of the hit series Ted Lasso are well aware that the show is more than just sharp comedy and memorable characters. Its soundtrack stands out, featuring a carefully curated mix of tracks that elevate every episode. While Marcus Mumford, known for his work with Mumford and Sons, is credited for the show’s musical direction and its catchy theme, the selection of songs throughout the seasons goes far beyond the ordinary. From George Harrison’s ‘Beware of Darkness’ to Nick Cave, Michael Kiwanuka, Primal Scream’s ‘Rocks,’ and even Spiritualized, the music choices reflect a deep appreciation for quality and variety.
Given that Jason Sudeikis, the creative force behind Ted Lasso and head of Ruby’s Tuna Inc., is so involved in the show’s production, it ’s no surprise that his own musical preferences are just as eclectic. Sudeikis has even mentioned that the themes in Ted Lasso’s second season were partly inspired by the Foo Fighters’ anthem ‘My Hero.’ He’s also made appearances in music videos for both Dave Grohl’s band and Mumford and Sons, further highlighting his connection to the music world.
From Karaoke Classics to Childhood Memories
When asked about the songs that have meant the most to him, Sudeikis shared his top five picks in an interview, revealing a wide range of genres and personal stories behind each choice. He started with Steve Earle’s ‘Guitar Town,’ a country tune he enjoys performing at karaoke.
“This is a song that I will, on occasion and have recently, sing at karaoke, it’s just a good two and a half minute karaoke song… When you hear a good song and you don’t know it but then someone sings it well at karaoke, it’s as good as anything because you’re actually in the room.”
Switching gears, Sudeikis picked ‘Heaven On Their Minds’ from Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Jesus Christ Superstar, specifically the 1970 concept album version sung by Murray Head.
“This is my favorite version, this is from the concept album (Jesus Christ Superstar) from 1970 and it’s sung by Murray Head. This is also, again, another song I would do at karaoke and mean every word from it in an attempt to be as tortured as Judas is during this song.”
Hip-Hop, Jazz, and Piano Pop Favorites
For his third choice, Sudeikis went with N.W.A.’s ‘Gangsta Gangsta’ from their iconic 1989 album Straight Outta Compton. He recalled how the album’s raw language and themes were a revelation to him and his friends growing up.
“This album, one of my dear friends Terry, his older brother Brian had it, and the language and content was so foreign to us, that we just fell in love with it, so I wrote out all the lyrics.”
Next, he selected Harry Connick Jr.’s rendition of ‘The Bare Necessities,’ praising its humor and swagger.
“It’s got a sense of humor, it’s got the swagger that I still love about Harry Connick Jr. The song’s just got a lot of soul to begin with, and he just puts a little more on it.”
Personal Milestones and Musical Inspiration
Rounding out his list, Sudeikis chose ‘Evaporated’ by Ben Folds Five, a song that holds special meaning for him.
“I feel like Ben Folds, I’ve referred to him in the past few years as like being a musical older brother. This song, this was right before I moved to Chicago before I decided to become an actor. It represents a culmination of all these other four songs to me.”
Sudeikis’ selection showcases a genuine love for music that spans genres and decades, each track tied to a unique moment or memory in his life.